✝️The Spiritual Works of Mercy

The Spiritual Works of Mercy have long been part of the Christian tradition. Just as Jesus cared not only for the physical needs of those He encountered, but also for their spiritual well-being, we are called to do the same.

The Spiritual Works of Mercy teach us practical ways to love our neighbor by caring for the needs of the heart and soul:

  1. To admonish the sinner
  2. To instruct the ignorant
  3. To counsel the doubtful
  4. To comfort the sorrowful
  5. To bear wrongs patiently
  6. To forgive injuries
  7. To pray for the living and the dead

These works remind us that mercy is more than feeling compassion for another person. Mercy calls us to action—to share truth with love, offer guidance and encouragement, forgive those who hurt us, patiently endure difficulties, comfort those who suffer, and bring the needs of others before God in prayer.

Some of these works can be challenging, especially admonishing the sinner. The Church does not call us to judge or condemn others. Rather, when appropriate, we are called to help one another recognize what leads us away from God—always with humility, charity, and concern for the other person’s good.

Likewise, bearing wrongs patiently does not mean that we must accept abuse or remain silent in the face of serious injustice. It reminds us not to respond to every hurt with anger, resentment, or retaliation.

Through the Spiritual Works of Mercy, ordinary conversations, acts of forgiveness, words of encouragement, patient listening, and prayer can become ways of bringing Christ’s mercy into the lives of others.

Being Catholic means not only receiving God’s mercy, but allowing His mercy to flow through us to others.

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THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORS 8/30/26

 WITH GRATITUDE TO OUR GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORS ⛳️

As we prepare for the St. Mary’s Charlie and Susan Middleton Golf Tournament, we are deeply grateful to the individuals, families, organizations, and businesses whose generosity helps make this special day possible.

Many sponsorships have also been given in memory of loved ones or in honor of people who have touched the lives of others. We are privileged to recognize them.

 MAJOR SPONSORS

• In Memory of Gregory D. Wentzel — by Deacon Richard and Shirley Wentzel

• In Memory of Ann Marie Foster — by Jim Foster

• In Memory of Charlie and In Honor of Susie Middleton — by Kevin and Maine Keith

• In Loving Memory of Charlie Middleton, who we miss every day, and In Honor of Susie Middleton — from Terry and Ed Middleton and their families

• Hidden Still, Inc.

• In Memory of Charlie and In Honor of Susan Middleton — by Joseph A. Smith IV

• In Memory of Dr. Drew Mellon — by the DiGiacomo Family

• In Memory of Archie and Pat Battistelli — by Michael and Julie Battistelli

• In Memory of Audra and Damon Schlegel — by Jack and Ceal Schlegel

• Bill and Carolyn Shay and Family, Shay Vending, Inc.

• In Memory of John & Minnie Albright and Betsy V. Albright — by David A. Albright

• In Memory of the deceased members of CCW — by Assumption BVM Parish of Catholic Women

• In Memory of those who died in the 9/11 terrorist attacks, NEVER FORGET — by Lisa Murcko, MD

• In Memory of John & Catherine Eck & John & Virginia Grace — by Michael & Stephanie Eck

• In Memory of Wassil Snitzer — by Kathleen M. Snitzer

• The Shay and Hartman Families — by John and Alice Shay

• In Memory of Mr. & Mrs. Walter Stachina and Mr. & Mrs. Mitchell Fava — by Dr. George & Mrs. Margie Fava

• In Memory of Charlie Middleton — by John and Jeanne Brandt

• Ash Cigar and Whiskey Bar, 115 Springwood Dr. Suite 100 Lebanon PA

• PA’s Best Mechanical LLC, 554 Suedberg Rd., Pine Grove

• In Memory of Helen Marie Allwein — by Peter & Stacey Allwein

• In Honor of Coach Middleton’s continued legacy — by Our Lady of the Cross CYO

🥇 GOLD SPONSORS

• In Memory of James & Helen Martel — by Jean Engle

• In Memory of our parents, Dale & Martha Granger and James & Elizabeth Wile, and our beloved sister, Susanne Wile — by Dale and Debbie Granger

• In Memory of Charlie Middleton — by Tim McShane Agency, Inc.

• In Memory of William R. Bleistine — by Marion L. Bleistine

• In Memory of Charlie Middleton — by Dave and Mary Jane Schlegel

• In Memory of Charlie Middleton — by Joseph and Dale Minder

• In Memory of Charles Springborn — by Ann Springborn

• In Memory of Erin E. Bratton — by Kathy and Deryck Bratton

• In Memory of Dr. Rafael V. Abeleda — by Dr. Guillerma Abeleda

• In Memory of Iris Heilman Fultz — by Ann and James Gruber

• In Memory of James T. Reilly — by Diana Reilly

• Michael and Donna Forgotch

• In Memory of Terry Whitehead — by Diane Whitehead

• In Memory of Charlie Middleton — by Mr. & Mrs. James Schlegel

• In Memory of Charlie Middleton & In Honor of Susie Middleton — by Joe and Pat Noll

• The Swetland Family, In Honor of All of Our Priests

• In Memory of Charlie Middleton — by Cannistraci Family

• Lebanon Federal Credit Union

• In Memory of Charlie Middleton — by Charles and Joan Fetter

• In Memory of the DiNovo and Klick family — by Scott and Dianne Klick

• In Memory of James C. and Helen I. Martel — by Suzanne McMurtrie

• Bob Phillips State Farm Insurance

• Marianne Turnbaugh

• Denis and Kathy Kulbitsky

• The Helwig Family

• In Memory of Our Beloved Son, Aaron — by The Neubauer Family

• In Memory of Our Dearest Father Joseph Scanlin — by The Neubauer Family

• In Memory of Joe Hill — by Susan Hill

• Robert J. Jr. and Rhonda Mazzoni

• In Memory of Donald & Susanne Schlegel — by Debra & Michael Schlegel

• In Memory of Charlie Middleton — by The Catanzarites

• Michael G. Gilmartin

• In Memory of Shirley Groff — by Brian and Jodi Groff

• In Memory of Herb Bryns, III — by Ron and Tammy Kline

• In Memory of Charlie Middleton — by Louis J & AnnMarie Martarano

• Damian and Kimberly Foster

• In Memory of Ronald W. Blatt — by Kathy, Chris and Ryan Blatt

🥈 SILVER SPONSORS

• In Memory of Megan Theresa Stefonich — by Mary Weise Stefonich

• In Memory of Samuel J. Simpson — by Jessica Ritchey

• In Memory of Donald Griffith — by Donna L. Griffith

• David and Michelle Skettini

• In Memory of Jimmy Uhrich — by Sara Shirato

• In Memory of Anthony B., Jodi and Zachariah Kuzo — by Anthony Kuzo

• In Memory of Lucille and Henry Ditzler — by Barbara and Donald Koons

• In Memory of Kevin Parise — by Thomas Parise

• In Memory of Nicholas J. Fick — by Anastasia Fick

• In Memory of Charlie Middleton — by Annette M. Smith

• In Memory of Jean and Carl Blim, Jr.

• In Memory of Charlie & In Honor of Susan Middleton — by Carole & Dana Ellenberger

• Susan L. Baum

• In Memory of David Kaley — by Addy Kaley

🥉 BRONZE SPONSORS

• In Memory of Ed Werth — by Jackie Werth

• In Loving Memory of William G. “Bill” Carpenter — by Richard and Patty Price

• In Memory of George (Ozz) Miller — by Tom Miller

• In Memory of David Kaley — requested by Family and Friends

• In Memory of Klespis and Martin Family — by Theresa and Johanna Martin

• In Memory of Leonard and Mary Ann Thompson — by Ted Thompson

❤️ To every sponsor: thank you.

Your generosity supports St. Mary’s and Our Lady of Fatima and helps continue a tournament that has become much more than a day of golf. It is a day of friendship, parish community, remembrance, and gratitude.

We especially remember Charlie Middleton, whose presence and legacy remain such an important part of this tournament, and we honor Susie Middleton for all she has done and continues to mean to our parish family.

May God bless all of our sponsors, and may He lovingly embrace all those whose names are remembered through this year’s tournament. 🙏

✝️Corporal Works of Mercy

In Catholic teaching, corporal works are acts of mercy that care for the physical and bodily needs of other people.

The word corporal comes from the Latin corpus, meaning body. So the Corporal Works of Mercy are ways we serve Christ by caring for the bodily needs of our neighbors—food, water, clothing, shelter, companionship in sickness or imprisonment, and burial of the dead.

They are rooted especially in Matthew 25:35–40, where Jesus says:

“Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.”

They are called the Seven Corporal Works of Mercy:

  1. Feed the hungry
  2. Give drink to the thirsty
  3. Clothe the naked
  4. Shelter the homeless
  5. Visit the sick
  6. Visit the imprisoned
  7. Bury the dead


Wednesday Adoration

There is always room for one more heart in prayer. ❤️

We are blessed to offer Eucharistic Adoration every Wednesday at St. Mary’s, beginning immediately after the 8:00 AM Mass and concluding with the Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, and Benediction at 10:30 AM.

We are looking for parishioners who are able to spend some time with Our Lord on Wednesday mornings. During Eucharistic Adoration, the Blessed Sacrament may never be left unattended, so having faithful adorers throughout the morning is an important ministry in the life of our parish.

Whether you can stay for the entire morning or just part of the time, your presence makes a difference. Even one hour—or a portion of an hour—helps ensure that someone is always there in prayer before the Lord.

If your schedule allows, please consider stopping by to spend some quiet time with Jesus.

Eucharistic Adoration
🗓 Wednesdays
⛪ Immediately following the 8:00 AM Mass
🙏 Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet & Benediction at 10:30 AM

“Could you not watch with me one hour?” — Matthew 26:40

Current Bulletin

Our weekly bulletin is prepared and printed by an outside publishing company. By the time it appears on our website each week, it has already been finalized and sent to print. From time to time, errors can happen. If one is discovered, we kindly ask for your patience and understanding. Father will usually clarify it at Mass, and it will be corrected in the following week’s bulletin whenever possible. 
Because the bulletin is finalized before it is posted, changes cannot be made once it has been submitted for printing.


 

Pick a Star in the Narthex

Pick a star

Pick a star out of the basket located in the narthex.

Purchase the item

Place the item to the narthex!

Every star helps us reach our goal to create baskets to raffle off at our annual Christmas bazaar.

Thanks to all who donated baskets to fill so far! Your generosity is stellar!

St. Mary’s Charlie and Susan Middleton Golf Tournament

Tee time – 8:00 AM
Donuts and coffee at 7:15 AM
Format: Scramble
Green fees, cart and dinner $95
A steak dinner will be served in the pavilion by QT catering immediately following the tournament.
If you need or more information, call Mike Groff at 717- 383-7814 or 717-383-1807

Sponsorship!

You can help by being a sponsor for the tournament. There are different sponsorships available for you to choose.


Major Sponsor – $250.00, 500.00, $750.00, $1,000.00 or more
Gold Sponsor – $100.00
Silver Sponsor – $50.00
Bronze Sponsor – $25.00


We hope to make this a fun and successful fundraiser for St. Mary’s Parish.


Checks should be made payable to St. Mary’s Church and mailed to me along with the form below to my address: 542 Greble Road, Lebanon PA 17046. If you need more information, I can be reached at 717-383-7814 or 717-383-1807. Mike Groff

Forms to download and print –

Registration

Sponsorship Form